Syriac Catholic cathedral, Catholic cathedral in Christian Quarter, Damascus, Syria
The Saint Paul Cathedral features robust concrete columns in classical style near the eastern gate Bab Sharqi, along the Straight Street of Damascus.
On July 9, 1860, the cathedral experienced severe damage during an attack in the Christian quarter of Damascus, leading to reconstruction efforts completed in 1863.
The cathedral holds annual celebrations on June 29 to honor Paul of Tarsus, drawing Syrian Catholic congregants from across Damascus for religious ceremonies.
The cathedral maintains regular visiting hours for tourists and worshippers, with adjustments made during religious observances and special community gatherings throughout the year.
Before the current structure, this location housed a church dedicated to Moses the Ethiopian, which sparked conflicts between Syrian Orthodox and Catholic communities in 1662.
Location: Damascus
GPS coordinates: 33.50934,36.31659
Latest update: July 25, 2025 09:15
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